Experienced Drilling Site Manager Wanted

We are seeking a highly experienced Drill Site Manager to oversee the day-to-day execution of our drilling operations.

The successful candidate will have significant autonomy to direct onsite drilling operations and lead a team of contractors in achieving project goals.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise the Drilling Contractor, Drilling Services Providers, and auxiliary Contractors employed in the process.
• Manage all contractors on site as per signed contracts and ensure policies and instructions are properly communicated.
• Enforce HES policies, guidelines, and local regulatory requirements and ensure total compliance.
• Directly supervise and lead well control and well kill operations in collaboration with the Drilling Operations and Engineering team.
• Be responsible for timely ordering, checking, and subsequent returns of equipment, materials, and services necessary for drilling activities.
• Ensure equipment arriving at the rig site is certified, measured, and verified prior to running in the hole.
• Witness pressure tests and other Company well integrity verification requirements.
• Lead well-site meetings and complete contractor performance evaluations.
• Deploy new procedures across all rigs and champion safety and operational leadership.
• Mentor early-career/trainee DSMs and other rig-based company trainees.
• Work closely with the Drilling Engineer (DE) and Drilling Superintendent (DS) to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.

Requirements:

• Minimum 15 years of oilfield drilling experience, including 5 years as a rig management supervisor.
• Advanced understanding of drilling equipment and service providers' drilling equipment.
• Knowledge of Openwells or any drilling reporting system.
• Leadership, organizational, teamwork, operational risk management, analytical, problem-solving, contractor performance management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Good PC skills.

What We Offer:

• A challenging and rewarding role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Engineering and Information Technology

Oil and Gas